Medical Laboratory Technologist, Hematology and Flow Cytometry

Sinai Health System; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technologist to join their Hematology and Flow Cytometry Department. In this vital role, you will perform analytical testing, ensuring accuracy and precision while adhering to established protocols. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, where your skills in problem-solving, time management, and teamwork will be essential. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and have the required qualifications, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in pathology and laboratory medicine.

Qualifications

• Current registration with CMLTO and experience in Hematology and Flow Cytometry.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of patient samples accurately and accountably.
• Communicate critical results to physicians and maintain equipment.

Skills

Hematology

Flow Cytometry

Problem-solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

General class registration with CMLTO

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technologist, Hematology and Flow Cytometry - (13237)

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Job Type: Casual Relief

Organizational Department: Sinai Health -> Mount Sinai Hospital -> Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Hematology

Employee Group: OPSEU

Location: Mount Sinai Hospital Campus - Toronto, ON M5G 1X5 CA (Primary)

Travel Requirement: Hours (subject to change)

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Job Description

We are looking for a Medical Laboratory Technologist to support our Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Hematology, and Flow Cytometry Department at Mount Sinai Hospital Campus.

The Medical Laboratory Technologist must have a comprehensive working knowledge of the theory, methodologies, and procedures in Hematology and Flow Cytometry to perform analytical testing with accuracy and precision. The candidate must demonstrate competency and accountability in decisions and actions.

In this role you will:

1. Perform procedures related to analytical testing of patient samples according to established policies and procedures, either manually or on automated equipment.
2. Be accountable for all results and procedures performed.
3. Communicate effectively all critical results to ordering physicians or units.
4. Perform internal and external quality control procedures, calibrations, linearity, and other quality assurance procedures; perform basic troubleshooting when these procedures fail acceptable limits; report unresolved problems and seek guidance from Senior or Charge Technologist as needed.
5. Perform the required daily and weekly routine preventative maintenance on equipment, and documentation according to the established protocol.
6. Perform basic troubleshooting of equipment and instruments; record per protocol and report these equipment malfunctions to the designated technical staff.
7. Communicate any testing downtimes to units and advise on expected time of resumed testing; use independent and professional judgment and knowledge to respond to enquiries.
8. Assist in inventory control of reagents and supplies; prompt notification of any depleted inventory.
9. Receive, accession, and process specimens in accordance with established SOPs.
10. Follow laboratory safety practices at all times.
11. Assist in training new staff or medical technology students as requested.
12. Exhibit good time management, multitask, monitor, and prioritize workload in response to demands of urgent and STAT testings.
13. Rotate through relevant areas and workstations and shifts; may work unsupervised in off-hour shifts, subject to evaluation of knowledge and competency.
14. Learn new procedures as required and perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Mandatory:

• Current general class registration in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO).
• Recent experience in Hematology.
• Recent experience in Flow Cytometry.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Problem recognition and solving skills.
• Organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Satisfactory work performance and attendance record.

Note: Employment is conditional upon demonstrating proof of visual colour discrimination ability pertinent to the essential duties of the job, in accordance with accreditation standards.

If you are interested and ready to build your career within pathology and laboratory medicine, apply now and tell us why you would be a great addition to our team.